Jiefangbei (the Monument to People's Liberation) was built 1947 to commemorate KMT-led victory over Japan in WWII. The 27.5m clock tower is still the geographic zero-point of Chongqing — distances measured from here. The plaza around it is the city's prime CBD shopping district (Times Square style) with high-end international brands. Free to visit. Best at night when the monument is lit and the neon city walls light up. The plaza connects via underground walkways to Hongya Cave (15 min) and Raffles City (20 min). Combine all three in one evening walk. KFC, Starbucks, and the Apple Store all on the plaza for normal Western chain stops.
Address
Junction of Minzu, Minquan & Zourong Rd, Yuzhong
渝中区民族路民权路邹容路交汇处
Highlights
- 27.5m Clock Tower1947 monument; the geographic zero point
- Underground WalkwaysConnect to Hongya Cave + Raffles City
For foreign visitors
- English service: full english menu
- Cards accepted: visa, master, amex
- Booking / entry: not needed
- Best time: Evening 7-10 PM for lights + neon
- Wi-Fi: free
- Transit access: metro direct
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What travelers say (5 reviews)
ShopperSara·TripAdvisor·4/5
1947 Liberation Monument surrounded by luxury malls. Times Square vibe. The 27.5m clock tower is the geographic zero of Chongqing.
2026-04-10
山城CBD·Xiaohongshu·4/5
解放碑商圈最繁华，晚上灯光霓虹超出片。地下连通洪崖洞+来福士，雨天都不用上地面。
2026-03-15
Alex M.·Google Maps·4/5
1947 KMT-era monument, now CBD centerpiece. Underground walkways connect to Hongya Cave (15 min) and Raffles City (20 min) — useful in rain.
2026-04-18
ChongqingLife·YouTube·4/5
Geographic zero of Chongqing — all distances measured from here. Best evening 7-10 PM with lit monument + neon malls.
2026-02-18
Hao W.·Ctrip·4/5
免费。1/6/10号线交汇。地下广场连接洪崖洞、来福士，可避雨。
2026-04-02
